Description
Rocky Road Christmas Fudge is a rich and decadent holiday treat combining smooth chocolate, sweet marshmallows, crunchy nuts, and tart dried cherries. Perfect as festive gifting or indulgent snacking, this no-bake fudge brings together classic flavors in an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Fudge Base
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1/2 cup dried cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make it easier to remove the fudge once set.
- Melt chocolate and milk: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly to slowly melt the chocolate without burning it, until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Add vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the fudge’s flavor.
- Incorporate mix-ins: Fold in the mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, and dried cherries evenly into the melted chocolate mixture.
- Transfer to pan: Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform thickness.
- Chill: Refrigerate the fudge for at least 2 hours, or until fully set and firm enough to cut.
- Serve: Once set, lift the fudge from the pan using the parchment paper, cut into squares, and serve or package for gifting.
Notes
- Use good-quality chocolate chips for best flavor and smooth texture.
- For a nut-free version, omit the nuts or substitute with seeds.
- Store the fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Ensure the heat is low when melting chocolate to prevent burning.
- Allow fudge to fully cool before cutting to maintain clean edges.
